Gauge, Powder

Object/Artifact

Waseca County History Center

Name/Title

Gauge, Powder

Entry/Object ID

1.99.384

Description

Gun Powder Measure. Material: wood, metal. Size: 3/4" W. x 1" H. x 5 3/8" L. Description: cylindrical metal cup with capacity markings for "Powder Drs" (drams) on one side of adjustable lever and "Shot Oz" (ounces) on other side; cup shank attaches extended handle to measuring cup.

Context

Waseca County Military - Civil War or Spanish American War.

Cataloged By

Legacy Photo Import

Lexicon

Nomenclature 4.0

Nomenclature Secondary Object Term

Gauge, Powder

Nomenclature Primary Object Term

Gauge, Armament

Nomenclature Sub-Class

Armament Accessories

Nomenclature Class

Armaments

Nomenclature Category

Category 05: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair

Create Date

April 19, 1999

Update Date

November 21, 2024